Berens eivind astrup john read (10 resultados)

Hardcover. A dark blue casebound book with debossed text on the spine and gilt text on the front cover. Color patterned end pages. 560 pages; illustrated with maps and portraits in black-and-white. Nansen in the Frozen World, Preceded by a Biography of the Greater Explorer and Copious Extracts From Nasen's 'First Crossing of Greenland,' Also, An Account by Eivind Astrup, of Life Among People Near the Pole, and His Journey Across Northern Greenland With Lieut. R. E. Peary, U.S.N. VG-: Wear to the edges and corners. Two inch tear along the front spine edge at the top. The case had come mostly unglued and remains attached only at the base of the spine. Should be handled with care but does not affect the appearance of the book. The front free end page is loose but laid in. Crack between the back end pages. Clean body pages and solid binding. Clear illustrations.…

Condición: New.

Condición: New.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Dustjacket as issued. Fridtjof Wedel-Jarlsberg Nansen (1861 - 1930) was a Norwegian explorer, scientist, diplomat, humanitarian and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. He led the team that made the first crossing of the Greenland interior in 1888, traversing the island on cross-country skis. He won international fame after reaching a record northern latitude of 86°14? during his Fram expedition of 1893 1896. Although he retired from exploration after his return to Norway, his techniques of polar travel and his innovations in equipment and clothing influenced a generation of subsequent Arctic and Antarctic expeditions.…

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Text: Norwegian. Date is copyright date that appears on copyright page for A. J. Holman & Co. Undated title page. Title Page continued " .en beskrivelse af Astrups reise over nord Grønland med løitnant R.E. Peary. Samlet og forfattet af S.L. Berens, . fulgt af tidligere arktiske forskningers historie fra det niende aarhundrede indtil, Peary ekspeditionen, indeholdende beretning om Cabot, Frobisher, Bering, Sir John Franklin, Kane, Hayes, Hall, Nordenskjöld, Nares, Schwatka, DeLong, Greely og Andre af John E. Read ." Book has heavily worn leather spine with maroon cloth boards and decorated text block edges. 524 pages. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.…

Leather Bound. Condición: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1897. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 552, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 552 552.…

Leather Bound. Condición: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1897. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 551, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 551 551.…

Leather Bound. Condición: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1897. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 582, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 582 582.…

Softcover. Condición: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 560 pages. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1897. This modern reproduction of The "Fram" expedition. Nansen in the frozen world. Preceded by a biography of the great explorer and copious extracts from Nansen's "First crossing of Greenland," also an account by Eivind Astrup, of life among people near the Pole, and his journey across northern Greenland with Lieut. R. E. Peary, U.S.N. by Berens, S. L., comp; Astrup, Eivind, 1871-1895; Read, John E. (John Elliot), 1845 makes an old or rare text available for consultation, bibliographic research, and specialized collections. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…

Softcover. Condición: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 560 pages. Printed on premium paper. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1897. A substantial late nineteenth-century account of Arctic exploration centered on Fridtjof Nansen and the Fram expedition, with a biographical introduction, selections from Nansen's First Crossing of Greenland, and additional narratives by Eivind Astrup on life near the Pole and travel across northern Greenland with Lieutenant R. E. Peary. An important compilation for readers interested in polar exploration, Greenland expeditions, and the heroic age of Arctic discovery. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…